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Medical Assistant (MA) - Cardiology
Tenet Healthcare · New Braunfels, TX
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Medical Assistant jobs in New Braunfels, TX
Pay for medical assistants in the New Braunfels area centers on $19.21 per hour, or about $39,970 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.03 and the upper quarter over $21.53. That ranks 193rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 204th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in New Braunfels. The free report below lists employers near New Braunfels and what they pay.
- $19.21median pay per hour, San Antonio
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 7,610medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Medical Assistant pay in New Braunfels, TX
The metro median is 3% above the Texas statewide median of $18.71 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 7,610 medical assistants employed in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro area, 6.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.33).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.09 | $35,550 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.03 | $37,500 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.21 | $39,970 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.53 | $44,780 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.04 | $45,840 | 4% above U.S. median |
How New Braunfels ranks
- 193rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 204th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 24 Texas metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Assistants (SOC 31-9092), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in San Antonio-New Braunfels run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.21 median hour buys what $20.28 buys at the national price level, 5% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your New Braunfels paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$692
- Per year: $34,578
- Per month: $2,882
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Braunfels
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel medical assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Medical Assistant roles in Texas
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Hospitals in New Braunfels
CMS lists 1 hospital in New Braunfels, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolute Health Hospital New Braunfels, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos, TX | 16 mi | $21.74/hr | 74,316 |
| Kyle, TX | 25 mi | $21.74/hr | 65,833 |
| San Antonio, TX | 30 mi | $19.21/hr | 1,526,656 |
| Austin, TX | 47 mi | $21.74/hr | 993,588 |
| Cedar Park, TX | 59 mi | $21.74/hr | 78,380 |
| Pflugerville, TX | 60 mi | $21.74/hr | 66,819 |
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License and tax basics in Texas
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in New Braunfels, TX?
Medical Assistants in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro area have a median pay of $19.21 per hour, about $39,970 a year. The middle half earn between $18.03 and $21.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Braunfels a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
San Antonio-New Braunfels ranks 204th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 193rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in New Braunfels?
CMS lists 1 hospital in New Braunfels, led by Resolute Health Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in New Braunfels as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in New Braunfels?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Braunfels is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- CommonSpirit HealthBRYAN, TX · 8 postings$21.11/ hr$16–$25
- Semihan Chiropractic Clinic, Inc.Lewisville, TX · 1 wage offer$18.70/ hr$19–$19
- Celebrity Spine & Joint, LLCHouston, TX · 1 wage offer$17.09/ hr$17–$17
- Awesome CareRichardson, TX · 1 wage offer$15.82/ hr$16–$16
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Low$16Median$21.11High$25
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- Certified Medical AssistantPermanent$16.06–$22.69/ hour
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